Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Porthcawl

I cannot overstate how amazing this place is. I was looking for an escape into the woods and it was exactly what I wanted. The setting of the cottage is stunning, right on the river and surrounded by trees. It feels remote, even though it's only a short walk into the village. The welcome was really friendly, you can tell that the owners are very active in their community and have put together loads of local info. I particularly liked the map of the community forrest which made me feel confident enough to explore walks by myself. The cottage itself is beautifully kept, with everything that you need, and then some. I didn't want to leave.

We had a lovely stay, Gaynors was a perfect base for us and it had everything we needed. Gaynor was friendly and helpful and we all had a lovely time

A wonderful experience. The accommodation is beautiful, sympathically restored with attention to detail. The home was absolutely spotless with a very good range of amenities. Will definitely return - thank you

Lovely and comfortable house which had everything we needed. 3 minute walk to a beach and drivable elsewhere. Had a really nice few days. Thank you Vicky

The place and area was lovely with a shop less than a minute walk from the door and walkable beach access. The host was super friendly and gave us a great recommendation that came in super handy. Couldn't recommend the host more 👍

Lovely spot close to Cardiff airport, ideal for four adults stop over, had everything we needed. Host was very responsive and helpful. Convenient parking on the driveway. Would recommend. Thank you…

Great location with lovely views. We stayed for our wedding and Lucy was very accommodating with deliveries etc dropping things off in the morning. Lucy's place was very clean and had all the amenities you could want. A great place!

Sue was a wonderful host - she messaged us prior to arrival to give us very helpful instructions on how to find the place & was always quick to reply to messages. The place is really cosy and has a nice homey feel to it. The stairs are a bit tricky at first, but you get used to it after a few time and forget about it being troublesome. The bed was so comfy & the pillows were so good that we went and bought some of the same brand ones oursepves! This accommodation is ideal if you are going to be spending the day in Cardiff as it is only a short car ride away. Both me and my partner can happily recommend this place to anyone!

A very tidy little place for a stay in Swansea. Angela was very responsive and helpfully left a drying rack available so that we could do our washing. In a quiet neighbourhood and the bed was very comfortable.

A great place to stay to explore beautiful Exmoor. The second time we have stayed there its clean, cosy and comfortable with fabulous views of the coast and access to great walks.

The flat is thoughtfully decorated, very clean and full of everything you'll need to enjoy your time there (and of course the view!). Becki was very responsive and dealt with an issue very quickly. Parking was quite easy and very close to the flat. Make sure you have plenty of space for photos! Our children didn't want to leave the view....

It was one of the best, if not the best, of the Marina accomodations that we have stayed in over thirty years. It was very, very, comfortable. Good views of the beach and town. We managed to make full use of our short four day stay and the apartment's proximity to Central Swansea was especially useful, in doing a lot of trips and eating out. We only wished that we could have more time and possibly better weather. The apartment has a great library and artwork to look at, with beautiful photos of Swansea, the Gower Beaches and the Bevin Beacons. A very well equipped kitchen, we cooked a few great meals there. The local Coop grocery store is a small distance away, so that we could get food and get the kitchen up and running within a few minutes of arriving. It's a couple of hundred yards away from three excellent restaurants, in the marina.

Easy to find with easy parking. Stunning view from the apartment with the sound of the sea. Fantastic amenities, everything you need for your stay. A comfortable stay and very clean. Great communication and recommendations that really help when you just arrive. I would certainly stay again we had a wonderful time. Thank you ☺️

Tom went above and beyond for us. Would recommend!

Wayne and Delyth are very friendly and made us feel so welcome, lovely hosts! The lodge itself is stunning and exactly like described. The lodge was very clean and milk provided in the fridge for tea or coffee. Lovely garden space and parking provided. Would 100% recommend and if we find ourselves back in Barry would definitely look at availability to stay here again! Thank you so much! Had a wonderful stay.

I had a great stay and Sian and Gareth’s place. Sian was really helpful and flexible with checking in and out which was much appreciated. I was given a tour of the flat on arrival and shown where everything was. The flat was immaculately clean and looked like the photos. It was spacious and had everything I needed for the weekend, especially the kitchen which is well equipped. The location was peaceful and accessible for getting about South Wales. I’d definitely recommend a stay here and will be back!

Great location, outlook and amenities. Restaurants on your doorstep, beaches galore. The apartment was equipped with everything you needed and was cosy and comfortable and the hot tub was an added bonus. Hosts were amazing and very helpful allowed an early check in with no hassle, we will definitely be returning .

I stayed with Mike and Bert for two weeks while a house sale went through, I brought with me my high maintenance Bengal cat Kevin Bacon. During our stay Mike has gone out of his way to accommodate us, the accommodation is completely separate and lockable, I felt completely safe, I knew Kevin was secure and didn’t see any red flags. Mike is laid back and approachable, the perfect host. The bed is extremely comfortable and everything I have needed has been included with no extra costs or limitations. Bert is a very good boy and has been trained properly, he doesn’t go upstairs but he will bring you a shoe each time he sees you as a greeting, Bert was completely safe around Kevin when I took Kevin in the garden. There is easy parking at the accommodation and lots to do in the area, lots of walks, castles, stepping stones over rivers, sand dunes, beaches, horse riding and a decent selection of Pubs. If I ever end up homeless again I will be coming back! Thank you.

Really cute apartment. Modern, clean and well located. Really quiet area, slept well. We were in Swansea for an event on Sunday and it was a very easy 20min straightforward drive to the centre. Also, lovely welcoming touches, milk, bread loaf, butter and handmade Welsh cakes. Highly Recommend a stay.

We had an amazing long weekend break here. Pita communicated really well and her apartment was a home from home. Everything was here, from extra kitchen items ilke foil etc to shower gel and soap in the bathroom. The apartment was spotlessly clean and smelt fresh, it was the small things that made a big difference - like having fresh milk in the fridge and tea and coffee to make a cuppa as soon as we arrived and the welcome pack was wonderful, wine and nibbles went down a treat in the evening! The location is one of the best we have stayed in - ideal if you like swimming, surfing or paddleboarding. Having the lifeguards on the beach from 10am-6pm everyday gave reassurance too. Large sliding doors stayed open until well after 11pm so nice to listen to the waves! Thank you Pita for everything, it was lovely to meet you and we hope to be back next year.

Kevin’s place was wonderful. His home was inviting, spacious and very clean. The pictures on the site were accurate. The kitchen was well equipped and the extra touches in the house made for a welcoming stay. Location was excellent. Being in the city central there were many things to do and see and it was so close to the train station and bus depot. Communication with the host was excellent and the he promptly responded to any request. We would highly recommend staying there.

A really comfortable stay. Photographs and description matched profile. Incredibly clean, and spacious. As hosts, they were friendly, welcoming and discreet - very approachable.

Stopped a few days at Mel's gorgeous place. the views are perfect. lovely and quiet. The whole place was spotless. lots of room. everything you'll ever need. Mel was very helpful. lots of little extras, that make stopping here perfect. will definitely be stopping again when in Wales. Marc & Steph.

The apartment was very modern, tastefully decorated and had all you needed for a lovely break away. It was spotlessly clean. The shower in the bathroom is amazing. Decor definitely to my taste. The view from the living area window is spectacular, we spent a lot of time watching boats coming into the harbour, and had a lovely view of Verity. The apartment is situated just outside of town centre so no noise, but walkable if required. Very good location with a car park nearby and a couple of pubs/ restaurants. Would recommend The Lime Kiln, has terraced area overlooking the harbour. Great place to sit and watch the world go by. All in all would highly recommend this property.